Homework
To complete the homework follow the steps:
Step A: Reading and Preparation
1) Read chapter 4 of Clemons and McBeth (2020) titled the Critiques of the Rational Model.
2) Carefully read all about the case "Case Study: Vaping Politics and Policy: Up in Smoke". You can find this case on pages 132-137 of the textbook.
3) Review the additional materials on the Activities and Resources page of the module.
Step B: Writing and Submitting Part 1 of the Homework
This part is the original post you are required to submit on Canvas. This part of the homework should be between 500 to 700 words. Answer the following questions:
1) Who are the actors involved in the policy-making process? Identify the actors and their stance (pro/con) on the ban of e-cigarettes.
2) Write 3 short (3-4 sentences) summaries of the policy problem as instructed below:
a) Summary 1: write it from the point of view of an actor (or group) who supports the ban.
b) Summary 2: write it from the point of view of an actor (group) who opposes the ban.
c) Summary 3: write it from your point of view as an expert policy analyst.
3) Is bounded rationality one of the factors affecting the approach to the issue and the decision-making process of any of these actors (you, the policy analyst included)? Why? Why not?
4) Is cultural cognition* one of the factors affecting the approach to the issue and the decision-making process of any of these actors (you, the policy analyst included)? Why? Why not?
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
(1) The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
(2) The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
(3) Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.